The Arizona Department of Child Safety is hosting the 2018 Arizona Families Thrive Conference series at no charge to families. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from regionally and nationally recognized speakers who are subject matter experts in relevant topics.

NOTE: THIS EVENT IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE CAREGIVERS A DAY OF ADULT INTERACTION AND REFRESHMENT. BECAUSE OF THIS, ONSITE CHILDCARE IS NOT AVAILABLE. DCS ENCOURAGEs PARTICIPANTS TO MAKE ALTERNATIVE CHILDCARE ARRANGEMENTS. ENJOY THE DAY!

Schedule at a Glance

Registration begins at 8:15 a.m. Conference begins at 8:45 a.m.

Keynote: Teens and Permanency

Morning Workshops

Navigating and Working with DCS Systems

Navigating the Mental Health System

Protecting the Credit of Youth in Foster Care

Lunch will be provided and will include a Teen Panel Discussion and Awards Ceremony